Leg lengthening: the historical perspective.

Moseley, C F · Orthop Clin North Am · 1991

review · Level V

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Abstract

An overview of lengthening is presented from the scarlet cloth through skeletal traction, screw distraction, and patient mobility. Unquestionably, significant advances have been made in the technology and techniques of lengthening legs, but more are yet to be made.

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